In Nikola Mirotic's first start since his return last Friday, Mirotic and Bobby Portis -- high-fiving each other throughout the game -- combined for 47 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Bulls over the Celtics.

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Monday marked the first time that Nikola Mirotic and Bobby Portis were the top 2 scorers in a game for the Bulls. (Via Elias Sports Bureau)

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The Bulls defeated the Celtics, 108-85 tonight. Via Elias Sports Bureau: This is the first time in NBA history that a team that entered with a winning percentage of .200 or less won by at least 20 points against a team with a winning percentage of .800 or better (minimum 25 games into the season).

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Rockets are 21-4 this season, last time the Rockets won more games in the team's first 25 games of a season was 1993-94 (22 wins). That was also the season of the Rockets' first NBA Championship (they won back to back in 1993-94 and 1994-95).

Nick Friedell ESPN Staff Writer

That's three wins in a row for the Bulls after a 108-85 victory over the Boston Celtics. Niko Mirotic and Bobby Portis combined for 47 points and 12 rebounds. David Nwaba had another nice game with 13 points and six rebounds off the bench.

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Nick Friedell ESPN Staff Writer

Kris Dunn just made a nice block on one end and knocked in two more points on the other end. He's really coming along nicely in the last couple weeks. Bulls have to be pleased with his progress.

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Nick Friedell ESPN Staff Writer

Niko Mirotic continues playing with a lot of confidence since his return. He's already got 11 points and is looking for his shot all over the floor. Mirotic is at his best when he believes he can make all the plays — that's what he's doing right now.

With Lauri Markkanen out Monday against the Celtics with back spasms, the Bulls started Nikola Mirotic for the first time since he suffered a concussion and facial fracture in a fight with teammate Bobby Portis.